Senior Software Engineer

Lighter Than Air; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering aerospace start-up as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in developing innovative flight vehicles. This position offers the unique opportunity to lead software development for safety-critical systems, collaborating closely with engineers and pilots. You will engage in hands-on prototyping, testing, and validation of software, ensuring high standards of quality and reliability. With a commitment to fast-cycle development, you will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. If you are passionate about aviation and eager to make a difference in the industry, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability insurances

Parental leave

Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

401(k) matching up to 6%

Lunch and snacks provided

Monthly wellness stipend

Yearly education stipend

Fun events and airship rides

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on safety critical systems.
• Proficient in C#, C++, Python, and embedded systems development.

Responsibilities

• Lead software requirements capturing and finalization with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and validate safety critical software for experimental aerospace vehicles.

Skills

C#

C++

Python

Real Time Operating System

Embedded Systems

GitLab CI-CD

Software Validation Practices

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Team Player

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

GitLab

PLC Systems

HMI

Job description

LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to help build a revolutionary ‘lighter than air’ flight vehicle. You will work within a dynamic engineering and design team to plan, conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test and implement innovative solutions for the design, fabrication, and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach to flight systems development with the motto "build a little, test a little, learn a lot". This unique position allows for hands-on leadership through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle. We are seeking a high energy, passionate Senior Software Engineer to help further the development of software for safety critical systems as well as actively test and validate rapidly developed software on the Airship.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead Capturing and Finalizing Software Requirements in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, pilots, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Create and maintain Design and Architecture of Safety Critical Software for aircraft/airship.
• Lead and hands-on with Safety Critical Software Implementation and integration activities.
• Develop comprehensive test sets for validation and verification of released software.
• Lead root cause analysis of issues stemming from internal and external test activities.
• Lead software development in conjunction with other systems to Verify & Validate repeatability and reliability on the Airship meeting quality and timing requirements.
• Develop and establish requirements for associated Simulation software.
• Create and maintain Simulation software design documentation and test reports.
• Lead various levels of Software Releases for various testing and final usage Airship.
• Lead Software Change Request, Merge Request, Software Review, etc. activities.
• Lead and Mentor Software Engineering team members and related development activities.
• Collaborate with various cross-functional teams.
• Lead and/or Support training activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 7/5 years of experience in a similar Senior Software Engineer role and responsibilities.
• Proficient in Real Time Operating System and Embedded Systems based development.
• Proficient in C#, C++, RTOS, Python, and Scripting.
• Proficient with GitLab based CI-CD software build toolchain and release.
• Proficient in common software validation practices and standards.
• Detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills.
• Self-Starter as well as a Team player, with a can-do attitude and a desire to learn.

Desired Additional Skills

• Experience with aviation standards such as DO-178C or equivalent industry standards.
• Experience working with EE hardware interfaces such as MCU, Communication, Sensors, Actuators, etc.
• Experience working with C and/or embedded C.
• Experience working with PLC systems and HMI.
• Experience in development of UI for cockpit, instrument cluster, equipment.
• Basic front-end and back-end software architecture-based development.

What We Offer!

• Relocation assistance.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents).
• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances.
• Parental leave.
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching up to 6%.
• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions.
• Monthly wellness stipend.
• Monthly cell phone stipend.
• Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field.

• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride.
• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields.

Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background check clearance.
• Drug test clearance wherever applicable.

The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000, which is determined based on experience, geography, and qualifications. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes a very competitive annual bonus, 401K Match, and other generous benefits. While we believe competitive compensation is a critical aspect of your decision to join us, we do hope you also spend time considering why our mission and culture are right for you.

LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.

Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.